Are Indoor Playgrounds Safe for Kids?
Published on December 27, 2024, by Law Office of Matthew L. Sharp
Civil Litigation
There were roughly 15,000 indoor playgrounds in the United States, per 2020 Family Entertainment Center data. This number included inflatable and trampoline parks as well as climbing centers. Indoor playgrounds offer kids a chance to socialize, play, exercise, and explore in a contained, supervised area, which is why they’ve become a popular choice for family fun, school field trips, and children’s parties. Festooned in bright colors and offering elaborate climbing structures and slides, these playgrounds certainly look like a kid’s paradise. Still, parents may be left wondering: Are indoor playgrounds safe [...]
The Do’s and Don’ts of Speaking With an Insurance Adjuster
After an accident, you might have to talk to an insurance adjuster. While you may not see any harm in having a conversation, you need to remain cautious in how you act and what you say. Keep in mind that any information that you give could greatly affect your claim and even a legal case. At the Law Office of Matthew L. Sharp, we have provided this guide to help you navigate through these important conversations. Let's examine the do’s and don'ts of speaking with an insurance adjuster. [...]
How To Talk to an Insurance Adjuster: The Do’s and Don’ts
Published on February 20, 2024, by Law Office of Matthew L. Sharp
Civil Litigation
Many people dread the idea of talking with any insurance company representative. These individuals are responsible for either approving or denying your claim. And you don't want to say something that can put that in jeopardy. You also want to make sure your rights are protected throughout the process. Whether you are already working with an attorney or not, you might still have to talk to these professionals to provide them with the claim details. So, how should you handle any interactions with an insurance adjuster? Here are [...]
Can Private Schools Be Held Accountable for Sexual Assault by Teachers?
Private schools can be held accountable when teachers sexually assault students. Although private schools do not receive federal funding and they are exempt from Title IX requirements that allow lawsuits for sexual abuse or harassment, they have a duty of care to protect students from harm. Private School Liability for Sexual Assaults Under federal law, schools that receive government funding under Title IX can be held legally liable for teacher sexual misconduct. Title IX provisions in the Educational Amendments Act of 1972 allow parents to file lawsuits in District [...]
Matthew Sharp Presents Little Valley Fire Argument to Nevada Supreme Court
After lower courts determined that the Nevada Division of Forestry was guilty of gross negligence in the Little Valley Fire the case has made it’s way to the Supreme Court of Nevada. On November 6, 2018 Matthew Sharp, representing victims of the fire, presented his argument to the court. Sharp argued the court should not entertain a writ, pointing out the evidence presented at the lower court is not available to the Supreme Court. Without the benefit of the complete record, Sharp reasoned, the case should be remanded for [...]
Deceptive Or Abusive Telemarketing Practices
It is against federal law for telemarketers to engage in deceptive or abusive actions when they call consumers, and when telemarketers do engage in illegal practices, actions may be brought by either the Nevada Attorney General or private consumers directly. A practice is considered to be abusive or deceptive when it is likely to result in substantial harm to consumers, and when it is not outweighed by potential benefits, nor is reasonably avoidable. A consumer may file an action with the help of a consumer rights attorney in [...]
